Election Results Accountability Act

Key Points

• States would be required to count at least 90% of ballots within 72 hours after polls close in federal elections, and must finish counting and officially certify results within two weeks.
• States that miss these deadlines could lose federal election funding. To get the money back, they would need to submit a compliance plan and have it approved by both the Election Assistance Commission and the Attorney General.
• Exceptions are built in for emergencies like natural disasters, pandemics, cyberattacks, equipment malfunctions, recounts, or the first election after implementing new voting procedures.
• The bill was introduced by Rep. Obernolte along with six other California House Republicans. It would take effect for elections held more than 90 days after becoming law.